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Friday

Mukilteo Yacht Club- Friday-Sunday, Oct. 6-8: Journey to Port Townsend to watch the Kinetic Sculpture Races and walk in the parade on Saturday morning. If space is available you can moor at Point Hudson Marina otherwise at Boat Have. Info and registration: 425-775-6304 or www.mukilteoyachtclub.com.

Seniors Pre-Christmas Holiday Bazaar &Rummage Sale- 9-4 p.m. Friday &Saturday, Nov. 3-4: Treasures old and new, things for the home, kitchen, white elephant items, crafts, mini Christmas trees and villages, Baked Goods, chocolates and more. Held at Soundview Apts., 417 3rd Ave S, Edmonds.

13th Annual Santa Hop &Auction- 6:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 3: This dinner, dance auction and a no host bar benefits the Forgotten Children’s Fund. Held at The Manor, 13032 Admiralty Way, Lynnwood. Age 21 and over. Cost: $25 per person. Info: 206-992-7117.

Open Ministries 6th Annual Gala Diner and Auction- 5:30-10 p.m. Friday, Nov. 10: Proceeds benefit those affected by AIDS. Held at the Lynnwood Embassy Suites Hotel, 20610 44th Ave. W., Lynnwood. Cost: $50 advanced tickets. Info: 425-788-2289.

Saturday.

Ethnic Elders Resource Fair- 9-4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 30: Workshops on Health Care programs &resources, plus assistance resources for elderly immigrants, Health Screenings, exhibits, door prizes and lunch provided. Held at Lynnwood Convention Center, 3711 196th St. SW, Lynnwood. Presented in eight different languages. Info: 425-514-3185.

Baby-Sitting 101- 9-3 p.m. Saturday, Sept 30: Learn important childcare and safety skills while developing self-confidence as a babysitter. For ages 11 and older. Held at Stevens Hospital, 21601 76th Ave W. Edmonds. Cost: $30 per person. Info and required pre-registration: 425-640-4066.

Japanese Maples the Tree for All Seasons- 10:30 a.m. Saturday &1 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 30 &Oct. 1: Learn about tree shapes, twig and bark colors as well as foliage. Add interest to your garden when flowers no longer dominate. Held at Wight’s, 50th &196th St SW, Lynnwood. Info: 425-775-3636 or www.wights.com.

Beginning Norwegian Genealogy- 11-Noon Saturday, Sept. 30: Thelma Cagle, VP of the Sno-Isle Genealogical Society will discuss how to begin researching your Norwegian ancestors by using church records, the census and Bygdeboks. Held at the Lynnwood Library, 19200 44th Ave. W., Lynnwood. Info: 425-778-2148.

Watershed Fun Fair – 11-4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 30: This popular, annual family event will include guided walks, nature crafts, and face-painting, as well as informational exhibits, demonstrations, and storytelling in the giant turtle tent. Held at Yost Park, 9535 Bowdoin Way, Edmonds. Cost: Free. Info: 425-771-0227.

Puget Sound Heart Walk- 7 a.m. Saturday, October 7: Residents form King and Snohomish counties, friends, co-workers, heart and stroke survivors will all help in this community fund-raising for the American Heart Association. The Heart Walk route is 3.3 miles and an alternative one-mile route for survivors. Start at Qwest Field, 800 Occidental Ave. S., Seattle. Register at www.pugetsoundheartwalk,kinters.org or www.americanheart.org

The Best of the Best Fall Color Plants- 10:30 a.m. Saturday &1 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 7-8: From the smallest shrubs to the tallest trees, autumn is ablaze with yellows, reds and oranges. Come and learn about our “top” favorite plants for fall color. Held at Wight’s, 50th &196th St SW, Lynnwood. Info: 425-775-3636 or www.wights.com.

BBQ Fund Raiser- 9 a.m. Saturday &Noon-4 p.m. Sunday, Oct.14-15: This event benefits the Susan B. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation includes a BBQ Cooking class and a BBQ Judging class or come get a Chicken or Pork sandwich with all the fixings. Held at Mike Olson’s Food Emporium, 13619 Mukilteo Speedway, Lynnwood. Cost: $4.99 for food/ $65 Judging class /$125 Cooking class. Info and required registration: www.wbbqa.com.

Conifers for Winter Color-Beyond Arborvitae and Junipers- 10:30 a.m. Saturday &1 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 14-15: Explore the world of conifers from unique dwarfs to traditional size evergreens including cypress, spruce, pine hemlocks, firs and Japanese cedars. Held at Wight’s, 50th &196th St SW, Lynnwood. Info: 425-775-3636 or www.wights.com.

Organizing Genealogical Information: The Paperwork- 11-Noon Saturday, Oct. 14: Donna Smith of the Sno-Isle Genealogical Society Presents tips and tricks on organizing your research and using your research time efficiently. Held at the Lynnwood Library, 19200 44th Ave. W., Lynnwood. Info: 425-778-2148.

Steppin’ Out – Saturday, Oct. 14: Mountlake Terrace Senior Center invites you to their annual fundraiser which includes a buffet dinner, silent and live auction. Cost: $22 in advance/ $25. Info and reservation: 425-672-2407.

Sno-Isle Libraries Foundation Gala and Auction- 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 14: This fourth annual fundraiser supports a wide range of programs and services for the 20 libraries throughout Snohomish and Island Counties. Held at the Monroe Library, 1070 Village Way, Monroe. Cost: $40 individuals/$75 couples, this covers hors d’ouvres and beverages. Info and tickets: 1-800-342-1936 ext 7067 or www.sno-isle.org.

Finding Your Ancestors: Getting Started- 11-Noon Saturday, Oct. 21: Lee Langsted of the Sno-Isle Genealogical Society will introduce you to the basic tools of genealogical research from collecting documents to talking to relatives. Held at the Lynnwood Library, 19200 44th Ave. W., Lynnwood. Info: 425-778-2148

Census Records: Building Block of Family Research- 11-Noon Saturday, Oct. 28: Pat Bird of the Sno-Isle Genealogical Society will discuss what census records are, when they are taken, their importance and where to find them. Held at the Lynnwood Library, 19200 44th Ave. W., Lynnwood. Info: 425-778-2148.

Kids Halloween Party- 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 28: Free games with prizes, refreshments, coloring contest, and penny hunt and at 11:30 a.m. a costume contest. Halloween photos for $1. Held at Wight’s, 50th &196th St SW, Lynnwood. Info: 425-775-3636 or www.wights.com.

Act Locally, Act Globally for AIDS- 7-10 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 28: Join us for an inspiring and enjoyable evening of entertainment by Nigerian musician, Amadamyo, a silent auction and West African refreshments. Held at Unity Church, 16727 Alderwood Mall Parkway, Lynnwood. Cost: $25 per person. All funds benefit AIDS Project Snohomish County and RESULTS. Info and tickets: 425-923-7656.

Photo Identification- 11-Noon Saturday, Nov. 4: Lee Langsted of the Sno-Isle Genealogical Society will discuss why photographs are important to your genealogical research and how to determine the approximate dates of photographs. Held at the Lynnwood Library, 19200 44th Ave. W., Lynnwood. Info: 425-778-2148

Sunday

Silent Vigil for Peace of Snohomish County Women in Black- 12:20-1:30 p.m. every Sunday: All are welcome to join this ongoing silent vigil in which no literature is distributed and only signs of peace are displayed at Brackett’s Landing, Main St. and Railroad Ave., Edmonds. No pets please. Info: 425-775-5383.

Quest for Treasure Island Benefit Auction- 1-5 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 1: This benefit for the Leukemia &Lymphoma Society includes a silent and live auction, a wine toast, dinner and dessert. Held at the Red Crane Restaurant at Club Hollywood, 16716 Aurora Ave. N., Shoreline. Cost: $35 per person; tables of eight and Corporate Sponsorships are also available. Info and tickets: 206-715-0479 or Quest4TreasureIsland@hotmail.com.

Fifties and Felines- 5 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 1: This 5th annual MEOW Cat Rescue gala fundraiser includes and elegant dinner, musical entertainment, sock hop, raffle and a silent auction. Held at the Columbia Tower Club, 701 5th Ave., Suite 7500, Seattle. Cost: $80 per person. Info and reservations: 425-836-2828 or www.meowcatrescue.org.

Fall Foliage Tour- 9:45 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 15: Take a 4-hour tour through the Cascade foothills along the quiet back roads of east King County with stops for photos where the autumn leaves are turning color. Cost: $11 MLT Sr. Center members/ $13 nonmembers. Info and required reservations: 425-672-2407.

Monday

Massage- 10-3 p.m. Mondays, Oct. 2 &16: Experience a 15-minute chair massage which is great for reducing pain, lower blood pressure, relieve tension and stress. Held at First Baptist Church, 22800 W. 56th Ave, Mountlake Terrace. Cost: $15 MLT Sr. Center members/$17 nonmembers. Info and required reservations: 425-672-2407.

MLT Seniors Bible Study Group-11:00-Noon Mondays, starts Oct. 2: Arlene Noyes will facilitate this study group held at First Baptist Church, 22800 W. 56th Ave, Mountlake Terrace. Everyone is welcome.

Slugs and Snails Leave Slimy Trails- 11 a.m. Monday, Oct. 2: Join naturalist Tom Noland for a fun morning learning about the lives of slugs and snails found in your backyard. Cost: $4 members/$6 nonmembers. Advance purchase necessary. Held at Northwest Stream Center, 600 128th St. SE, Everett. Info: 425-316-8592 or www.streamkeeper.org.

Sit &Be Fit Exercises-11:00-11:30 a.m. Mondays, starts Oct. 9: Easy exercises designed for those with limited mobility and /or ability to stand. Drop-ins welcome. Held at First Baptist Church, 22800 W. 56th Ave, Mountlake Terrace. Suggested donation: $1.

Man to Man Prostate Cancer Support Group- 1:30-3:30 p.m. Starts Monday, Oct. 16 and meets every third Monday: Held at Stevens Hospital, 21601 76th Ave W. Edmonds. Cost: Free. Info: 425-322-1131

Tuesday

Stitchery Club- 6:30-9 p.m. Second and fourth Tuesdays: This club is forming in Mountlake Terrace and offers a chance for Stitchers to get together and have a couple of hours of peace and quiet without families, phones and computers to cross stitch, embroider, knit, crochet, quilt, tat, latch hook, etc. Everyone is to bring their current project to work on. Info: chclte-x-stitch@verizon.net or 425-774-5929.

Jewish Family Service 114th Annual Meeting- 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, October 10: Held at Marion Oliver McCaw Hall, 321 Mercer St., Seattle. Info: www.jfsseattle.org.

Email (Yahoo)- 8:30-10 a.m. Tuesdays, Oct. 24, Nov. 28:

Learn how to sign up for and use free email. Must have experience using a mouse.

Held at the Lynnwood Library19200 44th Ave. W., Lynnwood. Info and required registration: 425-778-2148.

Preschool Storytime- 10 a.m. &11 a.m. Tuesdays, Nov. 7-Dec. 12: A merry combination of stories, songs and creative fun for preschoolers. Ages 3-5. Held at the Edmonds Public Library, 650 Main St., Edmonds. Info: 425- 771-1933.

Wednesday

Tualip Casino Trip- 9:30-3:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct 4: Join Mill Creek Seniors on this casino visit. Depart from the Senior Office at the WSU Cooperative Extension Building, 600 128th St. SE, Everett. Cost: $3 member/$8 nonmember. Info and required reservations: 425-357-6002.

Golf Clinic- 10-11 a.m. Wednesday, Oct 4: Learn to golf or brush up on your game by signing up for one of the clinics. This clinic is for all ability levels. Held at Columbia Super Range, 511 128th St. SE, Everett Cost: $25 Mill Creek Senior member/$28 nonmember. Info and reservations: 425-357-6002.

Effective Telephone Etiquette- 8-Noon p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 11: This workshop is geared towards people who answer the phone and /or their supervisors. Participants learn how to deal with non stop talkers, angry callers , the undecided, hard to understand customer and the complaining callers. Held at The Business &Training Center, 728 134th St. SW, Suite 128, Everett. Cost: $69. Info and registration: 425-640-1840 or www.the-btc.com.

“Still Sexy After All These Years? The 9 Unspoken Truths About Women’s Desire Beyond 50.” – 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 11: The Newcomers Club of Greater Seattle, a women’s social club, will hold a luncheon where Leah Kliger, MHA, will talk about her book. Held at The Old Spaghetti Factory, 2509 196th St. SW, Lynnwood. Info and reservations: 206-920-3208 or www.seattlenewcomers.com.

Saving for Your Future – 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 11: Andrea Misiano of the Consumer Counseling Network will talk about how to save wisely. Held at the Lynnwood Library, 19200 44th Ave. W., Lynnwood. Info: 425-778-2148.

Falun Gong- 9-10 a.m. Wednesday, Oct 11 – Dec 27: Meditation exercises for self-healing and rehabilitation using ancient Chinese exercises which helps to improve your body, mind, and spirit. Held at North Creek Church, 621 164th SE, Mill Creek. Cost: $8 Mill Creek Senior members/ $11 non-members. Info: 425-357-6002.

Line Dancing- 10-11 a.m. Wednesday, Oct 11 – Nov. 15: This is a great way to exercise your body and mind while meeting new friends. The first half is for beginners. Held at North Creek Church, 621 164th SE, Mill Creek. Cost: $30 Mill Creek Senior members/ $35 non-members. Info: 425-357-6002.

Sno-Isle Library Services- 12:30-1:15 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 18: Lesley Kaplan, MLT Managing Librarian, will talk about the programs offered at the library. Held at Bethesda Lutheran Church, 23406 56th Ave. W., Mountlake Terrace.

Restoration Houseplants with Jodie Siebe- 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 18: Learn some techniques for sprucing up your houseplants that have spent the summer outside or just need some TLC. Bring questions, problems, leaf samples (bagged in plastic) and get your plant problem solved. Held at Wight’s, 50th &196th St SW, Lynnwood. Info: 425-775-3636 or www.wights.com.

Reverse Mortgages – 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 18: Andrea Misiano of the Consumer Counseling Network will answer any questions about reverse mortgage. Held at the Lynnwood Library, 19200 44th Ave. W., Lynnwood. Info: 425-778-2148.

Things That Go Bump (and Rattle and Boo!) Halloween Party-6:30-7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 25: Wear your Halloween costume and hear scary stories, sing scary songs and do some scary dances, fun and treats. For the whole family. Held at Brier Public Library, 23303 Brier Road, Brier. Ages 5-11. Info: 425-483-0888

Keeping the Holidays Happy- 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 25: Andrea Misiano of the Consumer Counseling Network will talk about how to control debt. Held at the Lynnwood Library, 19200 44th Ave. W., Lynnwood. Info: 425-778-2148.

American Girls Tea party-6:30-7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 15: Bring a teacup and dress up in costume if you wish and enjoy stories, games and crafts. Held at Brier Public Library, 23303 Brier Road, Brier. Ages 5-11. Info: 425-483-0888.

Thursday

Edmonds Community Drum Circle- 6:30-9:30 p.m. every Thursday: The ZuKafe presents a Community Drum Circle (weather permitting) at 515 Main Street, Edmonds, in the courtyard. Drums/percussion instruments provided or bring your own. All ages and levels of experience welcomed. Call Ted at (425) 778-5215 for more info.

Appraising Life’s Valuables Luncheon- 11:45-1:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 12: Bring your vintage purses for appraisal; listen to music and guest speaker, Patty Griffin at this Christian Women’s Club event. Held at the Mill Creek Country Club, 15500 Country Club Drive. Cost: $18. Info and required reservations: 425-775-0868 or 425-338-4498.

Moving to a Simpler Life- 10-Noon Thursdays, Oct 19 -26: These Eldermove Alliance presentations will offer information about services and issues involved in downsizing and moving out of a big family home. Held at WSU Extension’s Evergreen Room, 600 128th St. SE, Everett. Cost: Free. Info and required reservation: 425-357-6002.

Join Boy Scout Pack 325- 7-8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 19: Come make new friends, learn new skills and be a part of a pack that has been active in this community for over 60 years. Held at 1st Lutheran of Richmond Beach Church, 18354 8th Ave. NW, Shoreline. For boys in grades 1st-5th. Information: 206-533-6294.

How to Get the Most from Your Team- 8-2 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 26: This six-hour workshop is a broad overview of the basic skills of supervising employees with focus on motivation and productivity. Held at The Business &Training Center, 728 134th St. SW, Suite 128, Everett. Cost: $99. Info and registration: 425-640-1840 or www.the-btc.com.

Toddler Storytime- 10 a.m. Thursdays, Nov. 16-Dec. 14: Join the fun with stories, songs &fingerplays just for toddlers. Held at the Edmonds Public Library, 650 Main St., Edmonds. Info: 425- 771-1933.

Singalong Storytime for Babies &Toddlers- 11 a.m. Thursdays, Nov. 9: Singalong Storytime with award winning children’s recording artist Nancy Stewart. Held at the Edmonds Public Library, 650 Main St., Edmonds. Info: 425- 771-1933.

Gardening in the Northwest- 10-Noon Thursdays, thru Nov. 16: Scott Conner will teach you how to maintain and bloom a garden in your yard, planter box of balcony. Held at the Lynnwood Senior Center, 5800 198th St. SW, Lynnwood. Cost: $40 member/ $42 nonmember. Info and registration: 425-744-6464.

Baby &Me- 11 a.m. Thursdays, Nov. 16-Dec. 14: Enjoy sharing rhymes, songs &stories with your baby in a group setting. Held at the Edmonds Public Library, 650 Main St., Edmonds. Info: 425- 771-1933.

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